Lao Tzu
Sage of the Tao
About Lao Tzu
Lao Tzu is the legendary author of the Tao Te Ching, the foundational text of Taoism. Little is known of his life - he is as much a presence as a person.
His verses describe the Tao, 'the way' - a current beneath all things, best met with softness, humility and an unforced patience.
From Lao Tzu's collections
Explore standout verses grouped by collection - each with its own about page and full quote list.
Tao Te Ching
The Book of the Way
Eighty-one short chapters on the Tao, virtue and the wisdom of yielding.
“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.”
“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.”
“Knowing others is intelligence; knowing yourself is true wisdom. Mastering others is strength; mastering yourself is true power.”
“Knowing others is intelligence; knowing yourself is true wisdom. Mastering others is strength; mastering yourself is true power.”
“Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.”
“Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.”
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